Business Development Director

Perkins Coie·LinkedIn
Chicago, ILFULL_TIMEPosted Jun 29, 2026
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Role responsibilities

The Business Development Director drives new business opportunities through a proactive approach, focusing on lead generation aligned with assigned practices and industry sectors. This role collaborates with lawyers and marketing colleagues to identify and pursue high-potential opportunities and elevate the firm’s profile.

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years of experience in generating new revenue and engaging clients, particularly C-suite executives. A bachelor’s degree is required, with an advanced degree preferred, and experience in legal or professional services is advantageous.

Key skills

Business Development, Sales, Collaboration, Research, Lead Generation, Networking, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Executive Presence, Judgment, Credibility, Influencing, Professionalism, Technical Skills, CRM Platforms

Keywords

Business Development, Sales, Lead Generation, Marketing, Networking, Research, CRM, Professional Services, Legal, Technology, Financial Services, Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Problem Solving, Executive Presence

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